Top 5 Things to do in Cordoba, Argentina

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The idyllic scenery of the Argentine heartland forms the setting for a day of sightseeing in the Calamuchita Valley. You can see charming villages, high mountains, and remarkable works of engineering as you get an in-depth look at the remarkable... environment.

The tour brings you from your hotel to the city of Alta Gracia by way of Provincial Route 5, which takes you past by one of the important industrial zones in Córdoba. Follow a beautiful mountain road past the villages of La Bolsa, Anizacate, La Serranita, and Villa Ciudad de America to visit the Los Molinos Dam, where a quick stop lets you enjoy one of the most breathtaking panoramas in Córdoba.

Continue on to the city of Villa General Belgrano, with its distinctive community descended from German immigrants who were drawn by the region's alpine character. A beautiful mountain road leads you to La Cumbrecita, a small village of Swiss German origin at the foot of Mount Champaquí with an idyllic setting amid thick pine forests and small waterfalls. Relax in the special atmosphere before you return to Córdoba in the late afternoon.
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Uncover Córdoba's well-known sights and landmarks as you cruise around the city with an experienced local guide. Scope out the stunning architecture of centuries-old cathedrals, get the skinny on the area's most intriguing museums, and relax with leisurely walks in... quiet parks on this excursion.

Meet up with your guide just outside your Córdoba hotel, hopping in comfortable transportation bound for your day's first stop. Kick off your tour with a visit to the Plaza San Martin. Admire the dramatic statue of Jose de San Martin on horseback and learn about this brave soldier's role in Argentina's independence. Snap photos of the Córdoba Cabildo, the city's town hall, and swing by the massive Cathedral of Córdoba to catch glimpses of stunning Moorish and Renaissance architecture.

Stroll by the pale pink exterior of the Juan de Tejada Religious Art Museum, look for students crisscrossing the campus at the National University of Córdoba, and take some time to enjoy the gardens in the 43-acre (17-ha) Sarmiento Park.

Do some window shopping at the Córdoba Shopping Center, take in views of the city from the Cerro de las Rosas neighborhood, and see where local soccer teams take on opponents at the Estadio Olímpico Chateau Carreras before you head back to the city center and your hotel.
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Weave through rolling hills to scope out a picturesque lakefront village, winding rivers, and an intriguing dam site as you leave Cordoba and head to Villa Carlos Paz. Snap photos of San Roque Lake, get up-close looks at the Suquia... river, and dive into the charms of this adorable city with a local guide.

Get convenient transportation directly from your Cordoba hotel and head to the east for the quick ride to Villa Carlos Paz. Take the scenic route and follow each snaking bend of the Suquia river as it leads you through the hills and up to its start at the San Roque dam. Stop here to grab memorable photos of the river's tumbling rapids and enjoy the day's first views of San Roque Lake.

Continue working your way around the shore until you reach the tree-lined streets of Villa Carlos Paz. Surrounded by rivers, mountains, and lakes, this stunning Argentine village is loved by locals looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. Spend the afternoon unwinding in the town square, check your watch against the famous cuckoo clock downtown, and do some window shopping for artisan goods before you wrap up your excursion and return to Cordoba.
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